After years of flying jets, Shannon Kelly found herself in a totally different career—healthcare sales. How did she do it? She leveraged her military discipline and leadership skills to pivot into a high-paying civilian role.
What Veterans Can Learn from Shannon’s Journey
- Your skills transfer—even if the job seems unrelated.
- Find a career that gives you purpose.
- Networking and mentorship are game-changers.
Kelly’s story proves that you don’t have to stay in the same lane post-military—you can successfully pivot into a completely different industry.
Read this full article and more in the February 2025 Issue of G.I. Jobs magazine.
Summary
Name
Shannon Kelly
Job Title Orthopaedic Account Director
Company
Johnson & Johnson
